I have a couple hundred antique books and would like to find out their worth. The pages, cover, and spine are in good condition on most of them. I have a Robinson Crusoe from 1916. What should I know about appraising these books?

January 8th, 2024

I found a plate at a thrift store that I believe might be made in Japan. The plate has a 5-inch diameter and features a bird design. There are no markings on the back. Can you help identify its origin and value?

December 18th, 2023

Caroline, I know who the artist is on these, but that's about it. Can you help me with any more information please? The larger one measures 15x20" not including the frame, just the art piece. The kissing one measures 9x11".

September 28th, 2024

We have a collection of items including mostly furniture and artwork from the estate of my father and his wife. She comes from a very old northern Italian family, and the collection includes several paintings (St Jérôme, two Madonnas, a set of 10 Goya Caprichos from 1868) and 8 straight-backed dining chairs from the 16th century, as well as a few other marquetry chests and a desk from Italy. Most items are in central Long Island, New York. How can I find out if Sotheby's is interested in putting these on auction?

December 25th, 2023

I have an antique sterling silver serving platter that is about 2 feet in length and a foot and a half wide, without handles. It has stamping on the back and is in almost great condition. Where can I get an appraisal, and what should I know about its authenticity and value?

June 7th, 2023